2008 Nissan Quest vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 954 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60.
Because 2002 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Quest. (329 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Quest | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Quest | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
